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A Gentle Surgical Approach to Obesity

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Join Saint Francis Hospital and Constantine Frantzides, MD, PhD, FACS, to discuss new, minimally invasive techniques for treating obesity.

Dr. Frantzides is a pioneer in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques and procedures for weight loss.

Join us in the Wolf Auditorium at Saint Francis Hospital from 10 am to 12 pm on:

  • Saturday, April 5, 2008
  • Saturday, June 7, 2008
  • Saturday, August 2, 2008
  • Saturday, October 4, 2008

Obesity is a chronic condition that can cause serious medical complications:

  • Heart Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Stroke
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Osteoarthritis

Minimally invasive approaches to weight loss surgery may result in less pain, minimal scarring, shorter recovery times, and shorter hospitalizations when compared to other types of obesity surgeries.

Call 1-877-RES-INFO (1-877-737-4636) now to register for this informative FREE discussion, or you can enroll online. Change your life today!

Call 877-RES-INFO for Nurse Advice, Doctor Referrals or Class Registration Monday - Friday 8 am to 8 pm • Weekends 8 am to 4pm
 
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